July
4th of July Celebration
Celebrate Independence Day with family and friends at Wills Park. Bring your blanket or yard chairs and picnic basket and relax under the stars. Activities include free children's game, concert by the Alpharetta City Band and other musicians. Watch a beautiful fireworks display at dusk.
July
Butterfly Festival
Kids can view and feed over 600 varieties of butterflies at these large events. Chattahoochee nature Center-Chattahoochee Nature Center Web Site and Dunwoody Nature Center Web Site
July
Fantastic Fourth Celebration
This 3 day salute to America's independence includes nightly laser shows and a traditonal fireworks display.
Stone Mountain Park Web Site
July
Salute To America Parade
Bring your family downtown to WSB's TV annual Fourth of July celebration.
WSB's Web Site
July
Summerfest
Classic children's stories are presented on stage during this summer long series. Center for Puppetry Arts.
Center For Puppetry Web Site
July
Annual Youth Fishing Derby
Children ages 5-12 are invited to test their fishing skills. Prizes for longest fish and most fish caught.
July
Concerts In The Park
May - October
Norcross From 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm
July
Gwinnett Bike Fest Criterium
Visit Norcross Web Site
July
Peachtree Road Race
The world's largest 6.2-mile road race is limited to 55,000 participants, who will clog Peachtree from Lenox to Piedmont Park, a route stocked with excited fans and curb-to-curb music. Apply -- and do it promptly -- by filling out the entry form in the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.
Atlanta Track Club Web Site
July
National Black Arts Festival
Celebrating its Anniversary, this festival of art, music and more takes place at venues around Atlanta.
National Black Arts Festival Web Site
July
www.turner.com
July
Little 5 Pointe Web Site
July
STAR SPANGLED SPECTACULAR
Kennesaw State University. Gazebo Amphitheater. 8pm. Free. A concert of patriotic favorites featuring the Cobb Symphony Orchestra with fireworks finale. Call 770-423-6650 or visit www.kennesaw.edu for information.
July
EDUCATORS APPRECIATION MONTH
Southern Museum of Civil War & Locomotive History. Kennesaw. The Southern Museum would like to thank local educators for all their hard work throughout the year by extending free admission to educators for the month of July. Call 770-427-2117 x 114 or visit www.southernmuseum.org for information.
July
GEORGIA’S SOLDIERS IN GRAY EXHIBIT
Southern Museum of Civil War & Locomotive History. Kennesaw. Free with museum admission. The fascinating story of the Civil War and the everyday soldiers involved continues to engage Americans. Call 770-427-2117 x 114 or visit www.southernmuseum.org for information.
July
TURNED FUNNY
Theatre in the Square. Marietta. Tues.-Thurs. 8pm. And; Sun. 7pm. $ admission. Fri. 8pm & Sun. 2:30pm. $3admission. Sat. 8pm. $ admission. Weekday matinees and discount preview available.Call 770-422-8369 or visit www.theatreinthesquare.com for information.
July
FREE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES And FIREWORKS
The Depot. Downtown Kennesaw. 8pm. Bring a blanket and lawn chairs, and enjoy an evening filled with music. And after the sun goes down, get ready for a fantastic aerial fireworks display to help celebrate the birth of our nation. Call 770-422-9714 or visit www.kennesaw-ga.gov for information.
July 4
FREEDOM PARADE AND FOURTH IN THE PARK FESTIVAL
Glover Park. Marietta. 10am. Free. Celebrate July 4th by starting the day with Marietta Freedom Parade. The parade starts at Roswell Street Baptist Church and ends at the Cobb County Police Station. The fun continues at the festival on the Square culminating with a concert and fireworks. Call 770-794-5601 for information.
July 4
SALUTE TO AMERICA
Six Flags Over Georgia. Salute our nation’s heritage with four full days of All American pastimes, including fireworks July 4th. Call 770-948-9290 or visit www.sixflags.com for information.
July 4
POWDER SPRINGS JULY 4TH CELEBRATION
Historic Town Square. 5pm. Fireworks, food, fun and more! Call 770.943.1666 for information.
July 4
FREEDOM PARADE AND FOURTH IN THE PARK FESTIVAL
Glover Park. Marietta. 10am. Free. Celebrate July 4th by starting the day with Marietta Freedom Parade. The parade starts at Roswell Street Baptist Church and ends at the Cobb County Police Station. The fun continues at the festival on the Square culminating with a concert and fireworks. Call 770-794-5601 or visit www.mariettaga.gov for information.
July
LOVE THE LAKE CONCERT SERIES
Cauble Park. Acworth. 6pm. Free. Call 770-974-3112 or visit www.acworth.org for information.
July 4
COBB SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA: SYMPHONY UNDER THE STARS
Indian Hills Country Club. Marietta. 8:30pm. Free. Lounge with family and friends and enjoy a night filled with music. A patriot theme can also be heard throughout the night with familiar classics such as Lowden’s Armed Forces Salute, Sousa’s Washington Post and Stars and Stripes, and Copland’s Lincoln Portrait. Call 770-429-7016 or visit www.cobbsymphony.com for information.
July
FIRST FRIDAYS
Downtown Acworth. 5-10pm. The merchants of historic downtown Acworth stay open late on the first Friday of every month. Call 770-974-3112 or visit www.acworth.org for information.
July
“A JOURNEY IN LANDSCAPES” EXHIBIT
The Art Station-Big Shanty. Kennesaw. Free. 10am-5pm. Call for weekend hours. Multi-media artwork by Georgia Landscape Artists. Call 770-514-5930 or visit www.ArtStationCobb.org for information.
July
MELODIES ON THE MEADOW
The Art Station-Big Shanty. Kennesaw. Free. 7pm. Bring your blanket or chairs to enjoy concerts on the lawn. Call 770-514-5930 or visit www.ArtStationCobb.org for information.
July
SHERIFF’S ANNUAL COBB BOILIN’
Jim R. Miller Park. Marietta. 5:30-8:30pm. $15 +/-. Proceeds from this event will benefit the Cobb County Youth Museum. Call 770-499-4611 for information.
July
“SO YOU WANT TO BE A RAILROAD ENGINEER?”
Southern Museum of Civil War & Locomotive History. Kennesaw. $40 per child: $30 for museum members. Learn about the life of a railroad engineer by experiencing it first hand! Space is limited. Advanced registration required. Call 770-427-2117 x 110 or visit www.southernmuseum.org for information.
July
MOMMY AND ME CHILDREN’S PROGRAM SERIES-LET’S MAKE MUSIC
Southern Museum of Civil War & Locomotive History. Kennesaw. 10am-11am. Free with museum admission. Imagine, explore, create! This program is designed for children ages 2-5 years old and their parents. The Museum’s history, themes, and exhibits provide a fun and exciting starting point for educational activities. Call 770-427-2117, x 116 or visit www.southernmuseum.com for information.
July -August
ANNUAL NATIONAL JURIED SHOW
Mable House Arts Center. Mableton. Free. An exhibition of juried two and three dimensional art work in all mediums from artist throughout the nation. Call 770-739-0189 or visit www.southcobbarts.orgfor information.
July
HISTORICAL SOCIETY LECTURE SERIES-“WESTERN & ATLANTIC RAILROAD THEN AND NOW”
Southern Museum of Civil War & Locomotive History. Kennesaw. 2-3pm. Free for lecture. Follow the unique history of the Western and Atlantic railroad line that has been an integral part of the area with local historian Joe Bozeman. Call 770-427-2117 x 114 or visit www.southernmuseum.org for information.
July
FREE SUMMER CONCERT
Village Green. Smyrna. 7-10pm. Downtown Smyrna is dancing to an uptown groove. You’ve got style, you’ve got moves..so let’s DANCE. Call 770-434-6600 or visit www.smyrnacity.com for information.
July
FAMILY FISHING AND FUN
Laurel Park. Marietta. 7:30-11:30am. Free. Enjoy a morning of bank fishing with the whole family. Bring your own bait, gear and folding chairs. Fishing, hot dog lunch and prizes. Call 770-794-5601 for information.
July -September
CREATING THE THRILL: CELEBRATING 40 YEARS OF FAMILY FUN WITH SIX FLAGS OVER GEORGIA
Marietta/Cobb Museum of Art. Tues.-Fri 11am-5pm; Sat. 11am-4pm. Adults $5; $3 Seniors/Students; Members Free. There will be park maps, photographs, architectural renderings, pieces from old rides, puppets, old souvenirs and many more treats. Be sure not to miss this walk down memory lane. Call 770-528-1444 or visit www.mariettacobbartmuseum.orgfor information.
July -December 30, 2008
GEORGIA’S SOLDIERS IN GRAY EXHIBIT
Southern Museum of Civil War & Locomotive History. Kennesaw. Free with museum admission. The fascinating story of the Civil War and the everyday soldiers involved continues to engage Americans. Special guest curator David Vaughn. Call 770-427-2117 x 114 or visit www.southernmuseum.org for information.
July
STARLIGHT SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
Kennesaw State University. Gazebo Amphitheater. 7:30pm. $5 admission. Bring your own lawn chairs and a picnic! KSU Jazz Ensemble will perform. Call 770-423-6650 or visit kennesaw.edu/arts for information.
July
WILLY WONKA MOBILE TOUR
Cumberland Mall. Atlanta. The WONKAmobile is a Nationwide Mobile Sampling Tour designed to bring the joy and wonder of a traveling “Willy Wanka Candy Factory on Wheels” to kids of all ages. Call 770-435-2206 or visit www.cumberlandmall.com for information.
July
AMERICA’S NATIONAL MODEL & TALENT COMPETITION
Cumberland Mall. Atlanta. 12-6pm. Call 770-435-2206 or visit www.cumberlandmall.comfor information.
July
MVAA SUMMER STAR OUTDOOR CONCERT
The Art Place. Marietta. 7:30pm. Free. Montana Skies will perform. Tickets must be purchased. Call 770-509-2700 or visit The Art Place Web Site for information.
July
ANNUAL PEACH STATE DEPRESSION GLASS CLUB COLLECTIBLE SHOW AND SALE
Cobb County Civic Center. Marietta. Sat. 9am-5pm; Sun. 10am-4pm. $5 admission, which is good for both days. Call 770-579-9225 or visit www.psdgc.com for information.
July
CHRISTMAS IN JULY WITH ELF ON THE SHELF AUTHOR CAROL AEBERSOLD
Marietta Museum of History. 10:30am Story Time; 11am Toddler Tour. $5 per family. Featuring local author Carol Aebersold who will read her popular book entitles “ The Elf on the Shelf.” Call 770-794-5710 or visit www.mariettahistory.orgfor information.
July
MOMMY AND ME CHILDREN’S PROGRAM SERIES
Southern Museum of Civil War And Locomotive History. Kennesaw. 10am-11am. Free with museum admission. Imagine, explore, create! This program is designed for pre-school age children and their parents. The Museum’s history, themes, and exhibits provide a fun and exciting starting point for educational activities. Call 770-427-2117, x 116 or visit www.southernmuseum.com for information.
July
GLOVER PARK EVENING CONCERT SERIES
Glover Park. Marietta Square. 8pm. Free. The place to be in Marietta the last Friday evening of each month April through August. The park is the perfect setting for families and friends to enjoy and listen to music under the stars. Call 770-794-5601 for information.
July
LOVE THE LAKE CONCERT SERIES
Cauble Park. Acworth. 6pm. Free. Classic Car Show at 6pm, followed by Banks & Shane at 8pm. Call 770-974-3112 or visit www.acworth.org for information
July
MELODIES ON THE MEADOW
The Art Station-Big Shanty. Kennesaw. Free. 7pm. Bring your blanket or chairs to enjoy concerts on the lawn. Call 770-514-5930 for information.
July
MOVIES BY MOONLIGHT
Tolleson Park. Smyrna. Enjoy the dog days of summer with some movie fun under the stars. All movies are full –length feature films suitable for kids and adults of all ages. Call 770-431-2842 for movie details.
July
SUMMER CANDLELIGHT CONCERT SERIES
Mable House Barnes Amphitheater. Mableton. 8pm. Free. Kayla Taylor Jazz Quintet will perform. Call 770-739-0189 or visit southcobbarts.org for information.
July
STARLIGHT SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
Kennesaw State University. Gazebo Amphitheater. 7:30pm. $5 admission. Bring your own lawn chairs and a picnic! Poncho Sanchez will perform. Call 770-423-6650 or visit kennesaw.edu/arts
